Sodium stearyl fumarate

Sodium stearyl fumarate

Sodium 2-propene-1,2-dioate, stearyl ester;Sodium stearoyl fumarate;Stearyl fumarate sodium salt;Sodium stearyl fumarate ester

CAS 4070-80-8

Chemical Formula C22H41NaO4

Molecular Weight 394.57 g/mol

Sodium stearyl fumarate is a fatty acid ester commonly used as a lubricant in the pharmaceutical and food industries. It helps improve the flow properties of powders and granules during manufacturing processes such as tablet compression and capsule filling. Additionally, it acts as an emulsifier, stabilizing mixtures of oils and water in formulations. This ingredient is known for its ability to prevent clumping and ensure smooth processing, making it an important excipient in the production of solid dosage forms.

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Lubricant in Tablet Formulations: Sodium stearyl fumarate is commonly used as a lubricant in the manufacturing of tablets and capsules. It ensures smooth tablet compression and prevents sticking to machinery during the manufacturing process.
  • Disintegrant: It can also function as a disintegrant, helping tablets break down effectively in the gastrointestinal tract, promoting better drug absorption.
  • Improving Flowability: As an excipient, it helps to improve the flow properties of powders and granules in pharmaceutical formulations, ensuring uniformity in tablet content.

2. Food & Beverages

  • Anti-Caking Agent: Sodium stearyl fumarate is used as an anti-caking agent in powdered food products such as powdered soups, seasonings, and powdered drink mixes. It prevents the powder from clumping together, ensuring free-flowing consistency.
  • Emulsifier: It can be used as an emulsifier in various food products to help maintain the consistency of food and beverages by stabilizing mixtures that typically do not combine well, such as oil and water.

3. Metal Treatment

  • Lubricant in Metalworking: In metalworking processes, Sodium stearyl fumarate is used as a lubricant and processing aid to reduce friction and prevent wear during metal forming, casting, or machining.

Specifications

Flash Point Not applicable (solid at room temperature)
Density 0.96 g/cm³
Viscosity Not applicable (solid at room temperature)
Melting Point 120–122°C
Solubility Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone
Appearance White to off-white powder
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Odor Odorless
Assay ≥ 98%

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FAQs

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2. Where can I buy Sodium stearyl fumarate in India?
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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Sodium stearyl fumarate?
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Sodium stearyl fumarate is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Sodium stearyl fumarate supplied by Multichem ?
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.